Atty. James S. MacDonald

Atty. James S. MacDonald

James S. MacDonald is a lawyer practicing defense and prosecution of torts, commercial litigation, personal injury.

Knoxville Knoxville 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About James S. MacDonald at a glance

James S. MacDonald is a President based in Knoxville, Tennessee, practicing at Dunn, MacDonald & Reynolds, P.C.. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1974). Educated at University of Tennessee (J.D., 1973) and University of Tennessee (B.S., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Knoxville and Tennessee Bar Associations Tennessee Association of Justice American Association of Justice Tennessee Defense Lawyers Association Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Knoxville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James S. MacDonald is a lawyer practicing defense and prosecution of torts, commercial litigation, personal injury
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • James practices at Dunn, MacDonald & Reynolds, P.C. in Knoxville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

James S. MacDonald's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James S. MacDonald handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

James S. MacDonald is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Tennessee →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

James S. MacDonald is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Tennessee →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

James S. MacDonald is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Tennessee →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

Practicing law in Tennessee. Legal matters in Tennessee are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Knoxville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Tennessee state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Tennessee brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Tennessee courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James S. MacDonald

Where is James S. MacDonald's law office located?
James S. MacDonald's law practice is located in Knoxville, Tennessee. The firm is Dunn, MacDonald & Reynolds, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James S. MacDonald handle?
James S. MacDonald focuses on personal injury, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has James S. MacDonald practiced law?
James S. MacDonald has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did James S. MacDonald go to law school?
James S. MacDonald earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.S., 1971).
How can I contact James S. MacDonald for a consultation?
You can contact James S. MacDonald directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James S. MacDonald received?
James S. MacDonald's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee
- 1973
B.S.
University of Tennessee
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1974

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